This special European bike tour connects two of Austria’s best known cities, in a way which is sure to take your breath away.
With the steep, and towering North Chain of the Karwendel mountains (the largest mountain range of the Northern Limestone Alps) on one side, you can ride comfortably along the River Inn’s cycle path. You will then head inland, towards the idyllic Zillertal (Ziller Valley) where you will cross the Gerlos Pass by bus transfer. Upon arrival in the state of Salzburg, you can admire Europe’s biggest waterfall, before jumpping back on your bike for a leisurely ride along the scenic and purpose-built cycle tour.
The hugely popular Tauern cycle path will guide you along the River Salzach to Lake Zell, where you will see the snow-capped Kitzsteinhorn mountain reflected in the crystal water. Be prepared for a sprint on your bike, as you then follow the river Saalach, along its valley, until you arrive in world-famous Salzburg.
What are you waiting for? Discover Tyrol’s tradition and Salzburg’s spectacular culture, on this unforgettable cycle tour.
Day 1: Arrival in Innsbruck
Today rental bikes will be distributed for the week. There will also be a full tour briefing. In Innsbruck tourists can see the world famous Bergisel Ski Jump and the Golden Roof.
Day 2: Innsbruck – Strass/Zillertal approx. 50 km
On your first ride, you will head to Wattens. The towering North Chain of the Karwendel mountains will be at your side, as you ride on a pleasant and flat cycle path. You will pass through the historic and UNESCO designated town of Hall with its famous Mint tower. You can also visit the Swarovski Crystal Worlds, an enchanting experience that offers an insight into the world famous crystal manufacturers. After, you will cycle along the Inn cycle path past Schwaz, where there is a silver mine. You will remain on this path until you reach the cycling village of Strass.
Day 3: Strass/Zillertal – Krimml approx. 25 – 45 km + transfer
Today you can enjoy an easy-going ride along the Zillertal bike path until you get to Zell, or even a bit further along to the well-known ski resort of Mayrhofen. On this route, you can enjoy an amazing view of the Zillertal main ridge, with its highest peaks over 3000m high. There will be a bus transfer, in the early afternoon, to Krimml over the Gerlospass. While on this journey, you can enjoy a view of Europe's highest waterfall, which you will view again later, by foot, on a high path.
Day 4: Krimml – Kaprun/Zell am See approx. 60 km
Today you will pass through the Hohe Tauern national park and Upper Pinzgau. While you ride, you can enjoy the view of snow-capped mountains. The scenery will be enchanting; alternating between lush green meadows and small, traditional villages. Once you arrive into Kaprun, you can visit the Kaprun high mountain reservoirs.
Day 5: Kaprun/Zell am See – Lofer approx. 50 km
We highly recommend that you take the time for a refreshing swim in Lake Zell today. The sporty cyclists among you will also have the chance to go for an extra spin. You will arrive quickly into Saalfelden, via Maria Alm, where there is a famous pilgrimage church. This is a good place for you to stop and enjoy your lunch. Further highlights on your way to Lofer include the Seisenbergklamm (gorge) and the Lamprechtshöhle (caves) near Weißbach.
Day 6: Lofer – Salzburg approx. 50 km
Your last day of cycling today will lead you through the tranquil Saalach valley. You will be captivated by the bavarian flair of Bad Reichenhall. From there, there is only a little further to go, before you arrive in the Mozart City of Salzburg. The cultural highlights of the city are sure to impress. You should have enough time to visit Mozart’s birth house, and enjoy a stroll around the 'Old Town'.
Day 7: Departure or extension
Dificulty: Easy
You prefer to cycle along flat, well-established cycle paths, which have lots of good places to stop on. You cycle simply bring a smile to your face. You don’t actually get your bike out the garage much at home, but you have the urge to give cycling holiday a go!
This Innsbruck tour is predominantly on cycle paths, with occasional slight hills. Some riding on natural trails and very brief sections on small side roads.
Total distance cycled: 255 km
Route Map (for guidance only):
Cycling in Salzburg routes may be subject to change or alteration. All route notes, maps and day-by-day information will be given to you upon arrival at the first hotel or at the welcome meeting. GPS/GPX files are available for most of our Austrian cycling holidays we offer, including the Innsbruck to Munich tour. Please ask us for details.
Starting point of the cycling holiday: Innsbruck
Route Overview (For guidance only):
Stage | Kilometres | Special notes regarding the route |
Innsbruck – Strass/Zillertal | 50 km | You only follow the signs „Innradweg“! |
There are now 'E' signs today! | ||
Strass/Zillertal – Krimml | 25-45 km | Till Zell am Ziller slightly uphill at Zillertal cycle path and further to Mayrhofen – possibility to take the train from Zell am Ziller (Zillertalbahn) |
Transfer from Mayrhofen to Krimml, departure at 2 pm | ||
Krimml – Zell am See/Kaprun | 60 km | mostly flat, short climbs if the cycle path is not directly at the river |
Kaprun/Zell am See – Lofer | 50 km | mostly flat, short climb before Saalfelden |
Lofer – Salzburg | 50 km | Flat |
We recommend flying to Innsbruck or Salzburg (both Austria) airport to reach the starting point of this cycling holiday.
Flights are available with a number of airlines to your required airport or you can travel to the start using alternative methods such as rail or road.
By train:
Disembark at Innsbruck Hauptbahnhof, from here we recommend taking a taxi to your hotel.
Austria Trend Hotel Congress: taxi takes about 10 minutes and costs about €18. Alternatively, its about a 1km walk or you can catch bus line “H” and get out of the bus at “Haus der Begegnung” which will cost about € 3.
Hotel Central and Zach: taxi takes about 5 minutes and costs approx. €10. Alternatively, it’s about a 250m walk.
By plane:
From Innsbruck Airport, the cost per taxi is approx. € 22. Alternatively, you can catch bus “F” to station Hauptbahnhof for Hotel Central and Hotel Zach or further on by bus line “H” and exit the bus at “Haus der Begegnung” to Austria Trend Hotel Congress. The distance from the airport to your hotel is about 5 km.
We recommend using Skyscanner to find the best flight prices by date or Rail Europe for European rail travel. There is customer car parking available at most hotels on our Innsbruck cycling holidays for a supplement. Please contact us for more details.
Please use local transport to arrive at the starting point or call us on 0161 703 8161 for more specific travel advice.
You do not need to go back to the starting point of the Innsbruck to Salzburg by bike holiday as all hire bikes are left at the final hotel.
Important: Please book your flights only after invoice or email have confirmed the cycling holiday. Flights and transfers are not included in the advertised holiday price.
The Innsbruck to Salzburg cycling holiday includes the daily transfer of luggage to the next hotel and local support if required.
Included Services (subject to confirmation)
Not Included
About the Rental Bikes
On this holiday quality crossbar and unisex hybrid bikes based on KTM frame technology, with Selle Royal saddles, Shimano components and puncture-proof tyres are available to ensure that you have an enjoyable cycle tour. The bikes feature modern V-brakes, aluminium frames with mudguards, comfortable saddles and a rack for a supplied waterproof pannier.
You will also receive a handlebar bag and map holder for easy navigation when riding your daily itinerary. Prices advertised on the website include standard bike hire (unless stated). Colour and specification may vary from the image shown.
Unisex Bike (Colour may vary)
Men's Bike (Colour may vary)
Electric Bike (Colour may vary)
Rental Bike PLUS
For 2020, there is an additional bike rental option available for a supplement. The PLUS hybrid bike now available on most cycling holidays is sportier with higher quality brakes (Magura HS 11) and better specification gears (Shimano Deore XT). The riding position is designed to have a slightly sportier sitting posture and a high quality Suntour suspension fork gives smooth riding on most surfaces. All accessories are compatible with the new PLUS bike rental option.
Accessories
If you would like GPX files for a suitable device, please request them at the time of booking. Devices are not provided and please make sure that you bring along with you any fittings required to attach the Garmin (or similar) to the handlebars. You might want to download maps onto your phone to avoid data charges when roaming.
All bikes are provided with standard flat pedals. You can bring your own cycling pedals, but ensure that you have the correct tools to remove the pedals if the tour does not have a welcome meeting. You may also not be able to travel through airports with the tools if you are carrying hand luggage only.
You can rent a men's bike with a crossbar, unisex/female bike with a sloping tube or an electric bike for a supplement.
Gears
7 speed bikes are equipped with a Shimano Nexus gear hub and 21 speed bikes have a Shimano Alivio derailleur. We request 21 speed bikes for all cycling holidays (when available).
Frame Sizing
When you make a booking with us, we take your height(s) and the appropriate bike size is matched up accordingly. Unisex frame 21-gears with freewheel. Sizes: 56 / 51 / 46 / 43 cm. Unisex 7-gears-bikes with back pedalling brake. Sizes: 56 / 51 / 46 cm. Men’s speed bikes 21-gears with free wheel and crossbar. Sizes: 64 / 60 / 56 "sloping" cm. Helmets are not provided and you will need to bring your own to use.
We always recommend wearing a helmet when on your cycling holiday!
Bike Hire Insurance
This cycle tour benefits from bike insurance against rental bike theft and damage in the holiday price. Please make sure you lock up the bike, leave it where told by the hotel and treat your hire bicycle as if the bike was your own. Any negligent treatment of the bike will exempt you from cover. We advise you to ensure that you have adequate travel insurance for your cycling holiday prior to arrival.
Electric Bike Hire
Why not upgrade your cycling experience to an E-Bike (Electric Bike)? Using a power assisted bike is a great way to go on a cycling holiday and will help you smooth out inclines or longer days in the saddle. Each E-Bike features an LCD display, removable batteries for easy charging and assistance up to 25 km/h with a range of around 120 km for each full charge depending on usage.
E-Bike upgrade prices vary per tour, but if you require any more information about bike hire and electric bikes, please get in-touch with us on 0161 703 8161.
This cycling holiday stays in good quality hotels with private facilities carefully selected for their proximity to your cycle route and comfort. If you wish to know specific information about the hotel facilities, Wi-Fi and upgrades used on the holidays, please contact us on 0161 703 8161 for more information.
Please note that the hotel list is subject to change and should be used as a guide only.
We will confirm the exact hotels prior to arrival.
Innsbruck to Salzburg | Sample hotel LIST |
Innsbruck | Hotel Congress Austria Trend |
www.austria-trend.at | |
Strass/Zillertal | Hotel Post |
www.gopost.at | |
Krimml | Hotel Klockerhaus 4**** |
www.klockerhaus.com | |
Kaprun/Zell an See | Hotel Martini 3*** |
www.hotel-martini.at | |
Lofer | Hotel Bad Hochmoos 3*** |
www.hochmoos.at | |
Salzburg | Hotel Achat Plaza zum Hirschen 4**** |
www.achat-hotels.com/de/hotel/salzburg |
You will receive your final hotel list approximately 4 weeks prior to your arrival date detailing the hotels used on your cycling holiday. If you wish to know more about the hotels prior to completing a booking form, please contact our Customer Services team via email or by phone.
You can find out more about this cycling holiday by calling 0161 703 8161.
You can now book this cycling holiday online using our secure booking engine. Book online here >>
Season | Date Band | Arrival Day |
Season 1: | 24.04.-07.05.2021 | 25.09.-09.10.2021 | Saturdays |
Season 2: | 08.05.-18.06.2021 | 11.09.-24.09.2021 | Saturdays |
Season 3: | 19.06.-10.09.2021 | Saturdays |
Season | Prices per person excluding bike hire |
Season 1: | £670 |
Season 2: | £725 |
Season 3: | £785 |
Single Supplement: | |
Season 1: | £195 |
Season 2: | £195 |
Season 3: | £195 |
7-gear/21-gear Bike Rental: | £75 |
Rental Bike PLUS: | £125 |
E-Bike : | £180 |
Half Board Upgrade: | £125 |
Category Type | Accommodation Overview |
Category A: | 3* / 4* Hotels |
Location | Price DBL/BB | Single Price SGL/BB |
Innsbruck: | £65 | £95 |
Salzburg Season 1: | £65 | £105 |
Salzburg Season 2: | £85 | £105 |
Salzburg Season 3: | £85 | £125 |
Date From | Date To |
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24 April 2021 | 09 October 2021 |